- Be registered in a Scouts BSA Troop, Venture Crew, Varsity Team, or Sea Scout Ship.
- Scouts BSA and Varsity Scouts must be at least First Class Rank and 13 years old but not more than 18 years old at the start of the course July 5, 2020.
- Venture and Sea Scouts must be at least 14 years old but not more than 21 years old at start of course July 5, 2020.
- Must hold a unit leadership position or expect to be in one in the near future.
- Have a recommendation from the Scoutmaster, or Venturing or Sea Scout Adviser.
- Have parental permission to attend.
- Agree to follow the NYLT Code of Conduct, Youth Protection Guidelines, GNYC Camp Rules, Outdoor Code and Scout Oath and Law.
- Have basic camping, cooking and hiking skills.
- Obtain and submit a standard TMR Medical Form with current physical exam upon arrival at the Conference.
- Must commit to and attend the entire course. Because of the team structure used, late arrivals and early departures are not acceptable.